Agfa 1535

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[@Just_Kuba_is_fine]

Nice to know: if you put a hot shoe cover inside the shoe, the camera shoots at 1/30s but you can choose the aperture manually (simulate flash mode)

[@TJCampie]

I was wondering this very thing. Your comment is the first instance I've seen documenting this in my research. Thanks for confirming my suspicion

[@husshardan3511]

@@TJCampie You don't even need a battery in it to test this. Put something in the hotshoe that pushes in that switch (you can even use your fingernail), adjust the aperture manually, watch it stop down when you push the shutter button. What is interesting is the aperture stops downs mechanically/manually with no need for electronics, but the leaf shutter behind it will not operate unless you have batteries in it. Even though it sounds like it is doing it's thing.

[@xabierrodriguezbarreira910]

Woa! Thanks for the tip. Is any hot shoe cover compatible with the Agfa Optima?. Or there is an especific type of cover for the hot shoe so it can work in flash mode?

[@Just_Kuba_is_fine]

@@xabierrodriguezbarreira910 It will work with any cover

[@xabierrodriguezbarreira910]

@@Just_Kuba_is_fine Thanks man!

[@MiladJP]

Without even watching this video, I started to cry. this was the first camera my parents got when they ran away from the war in Iran and ended up as refugees in Germany. All my childhood photos had been made with this. I still got it. It still works.

[@campyonlyguy]

Somebody may have mentioned this already, but one benefit of the 1535 (and the other similar Agfa models) is that the film goes into a light-tight compartment as it is shot. If you open the camera mid-roll, you won't lose any pictures you've already taken.

[@caleidoo]

Yeah, shame he missed that part and changed the extremely well designed feature in a "worst design feature".

[@tonygluk1]

That's insanely cool

[@piraka_mistika]

@@caleidoo You'd still lose a couple of unshot frames though

[@Fotznerwin27]

Mate, my granddad gifted me his 1535 two years ago. It was his last film camera before he got a digicam. It's in absolutely mint condition and came in its original box including the Agfa flash for this thing. That's almost exactly the same size as the camera itself. Man, I love this Agfa camera to death! The huge viewfinder is a blessing!

[@caleidoo]

The Optima Lux Computer flash is literally less than half its size, it's the best flash for this camera, matches the contours eloquently.

[@Fotznerwin27]

@@caleidoo I've just checked it, you're right! That Lux Computer looks fantastic! I've got an Agfatronic 261 CB Computer here. My granddad got this along with his 1535 in 1982, there's a bill from the purchase.

[@JHurrenPhotography]

But which model number? There's like 30 to choose from. Thanks!

[@JHurrenPhotography]

The agfatronic 320a looks quite petite, it's a vertical rectangle that would be oriented like a fin on the camera.

[@OneMonthTwoCameras]

6:41 might be my favorite camera-to-scale moment ever

[@billpickle2875]

Why is it every time I see good shots taken thru a camera I've never heard of I start searching for the camera like its the solution to my motivation and talent problems.

[@patrivkk]

because it is. you NEED buy another camera, the next one will definitely make you the next Vivian Maier, I promise. you just need one more camera.

[@Francois_L_7933]

If you want a rangefinder automatic camera that has the battery compartment on the outside, you might consider a Minolta Hi-Matic. And these things are built like a tank! When I got mine, the focus didn't turn because of a seriously dented filter ring. So I took a hammer to it and now it works just like new.

[@jonathans.9372]

Another really cool and even smaller rangefinder would be the Olympus XA - which is still decently sharp wide open. Aperture priority with a side-attaching flash and a super short focus throw. Turns into a P&S when you set it to hyperfocal + f5.6, it's by far my favorite travel/party camera.

[@kevinchristopher1443]

And the XA-4 has a 28mm focal length!

[@analogtechnik704]

great video. The Agfa Optima 1035 (same lens, just without a rangefinder, but with a self-timer) was my first analogue camera, which I bought used at the age of 12 from a photo dealer for 10 EUR. Now 13 years later I bought the 1535 (I'm just not really good with zone focusing)... The 1035 and 1535 have the best lenses in the series (Tessar type with multi-coating), what personally surprises me is the durability of the CDS measuring cells. After almost 50 years they are still accurate, so accurate that even slide films are excellently exposed.

[@arenjake7485]

Love these quirky camera videos and keep up the 4:3 ratio, it's so good. Would love to see you pull some amazing results from a folding 6x6 like the Agfa Isolette.

[@disraelidemon]

I remember when shooting with a lightweight compact camera (in my case an Contax T2) you could get a weird kind of motion blur between 1/30 and 1/8sec where it looked like general defocus across the frame - I'd try testing the Agfa on a tripod in dim conditions to see if the lens really is unsharp wide open.

[@StraitjacketWillie]

Jason's videos are the most relaxing, yet delightfully entertaining videos I've ever watched on YT. I can never put my finger on why that is, but hot dang I love them.

[@MrTECHs-tz9om]

really love that 4:3 ratio man, absolute eye candy

[@hwntwww]

the Agfa model in this series with zone focusing is also nice, flash is built in too

[@nikist18]

Dude why, this was the one little somewhat affordable small rangefinder camera I had eyed out for myself after having used the 1035 for years. Please don't make the prices skyrocket :(

[@hyppyrotta71]

What about Konica S3?

[@gabgallant]

Go for the canon ql17 giii

[@zz-kn3nj]

I know how u feel bro :(

[@zz-kn3nj]

I know how u feel bro :(

[@gregoryvochin337]

Dang that's crazy, how long have you been looking to buy that camera for?

[@touchthestick]

I would love a video talking about using flashes in general!

[@andrewc5286]

I came for the camera review and stayed for the humor. Great stuff.

[@kkfaerber]

And just like that, the price has gone up 400%

[@OUROMONO]

Babe wake up, granydays just posted a new video

[@philby1]

My first 35mm camera was an Agfa optima flash , I also had another Agfa optima (without the flash). I really liked them and the big viewfinder was great especially as I wear glasses. I still have them somewhere but not used them for a long time. It was this camera that made me like the 40mm focal length .

[@holmannick]

Another good point & shoot with adjustable ISO and ability to use filters/hoods is the Minolta hi-matic AF 2. Except it doesn't have a rangefinder so no manual focus. But I still love mine anyways. The lens is really sharp and glass

[@FilmSteve]

Extremely underrated camera. Grab 'em while you can! (Or until more KZbin videos are made about them)

[@mariohirotoshi]

if a rangefinder+manual focus is what you want, minolta hi-matic F is the one for you!

[@CarlosManalo-pn6zv]

I bought my Optima 1035 a couple of years ago. I've taken my most beautiful photos on film with it. It's also known as "The Other Red Dot Camera" for its likeness to a Leica.

[@birgitbuchart2839]

Glad to see you’ve come to your senses and getting your life together.

[@gueorgui29]

I had it with F3,5 lens. Couldn't get a decent bnw image from it. All underexposed or super grany. Ended up selling it and got myself a Rollei 35XF. which i like very much.. Now THAT is a camera for grownup boys!

[@caleidoo]

That's a 335, not a 1535.

[@LauraMendes-we2np]

I have the oldest sister of this one, the Agfa 335. It's really cool to shoot for a lot of the same reasons as the 1535, but all too easy to just forget to set the focus range, not to say impossible to adjust fine focus. Amazing for street photography, small, discreet, fits in the pocket, easy to pick brief shots quickly and not draw too much attention.

[@timshields8720]

Your the coolest hipster in the entire youtubes universe

[@stew_redman]

Closest thing I have to this is a Ricoh 500G, also a 40mm f/2.8 lens rangefinder. It goes to ISO 800, small and solidly built, glass lens, sharp pics, self-timer, metal body. Cheap to buy. Worth checking out.

[@stew_redman]

@markyohanna8795 I hope nobody is stupid enough to message you and that KZbin sorts this crap out one day

[@parkermillican]

The olympus XA (og) is the best point and shoot rangefinder for me. Iso set, manual focus, manual aperture, great glass, 1.5 exposure comp, timer. Its the bomb

[@l0stxs0ul]

Having shot a bucket load of RF cameras, the XA is definitely a standout. Tiny, accurate and manual enough controls. I have two and am selling one so someone else can enjoy these things.

[@parkermillican]

@@l0stxs0ul im right there with you. Some of my favorite shots have come off this little XA. Its incredible honestly

[@64ccd]

Your best video in a while! I like how you talked about how you handled the pin cushion distortion and tried the camera with different films. Great job!

[@marcoandres7475]

Analog Insights [channel] introduced me to the scale-focus Agfa Optima Sensor 1035. It's a keeper. It's the other « red dot ». The viewfinder is huge. Consider the rangefinder Rollei XF35 [also on Analog Insights] with a gnarly shutter sound as well, f/2,3 lens 1/30 to 1/650 with speed/aperture displayed in the view finder, which automagically sets the shutter speed/aperture [same system for flash as the Agfa Optima Sensor]. Second the MR9 adapter. Works in a Leica CL [film].

[@karellen00]

I have a fiend who has the cheaper model with zone focus and I think single coating lens, it's a fun little camera, with a really lovely big bright and sharp viewfinder!

[@JamieMPhoto]

Ahh, I've been wondering if you'd make a video about this since I saw it in Pioneertown. Rangefinder point and shoots are gems.

[@sesa2984]

This video scenario is the setup for a horror movie.

[@Mike_Wazowski_z]

I clicked on this so fast. I've wanted to purchase one of these for awhile because of the massive viewfinder for my glasses lol

[@ChilledFilms]

Having a really chilled evening and it's just made so much better having a new grainydays to watch

[@jessewestlund5159]

Did you just wonder why a half-second exposure got you a soft image?

[@caleidoo]

Yeah, for a moment I thought... sarcasm. But he actually blames "the soft lens".

[@LasstUnsSpielen]

Depressive and fun camera review. The perfect combo to light up my morning grumpiness.

[@RM.TokyoPhotographer]

That Shutte sound is like when Im cooped up in the Toliet for so long that I m having a hard time holding it in....but have to release the final energy like AVATAR

[@CwPlatapuZ]

Jason, look at the Minolta hi-matic 7sii. It's a bit expensive, but it's even tinier then that camera and is a true range finder with shutter priority and full manual mode. Plus an amazing 40mm f1.7 rokkor lens which is just amazing.

[@tomrichardson5433]

In the 90s I bought an Optima III S (1961) for $25 U.S., and it was one of my two main film cameras for that decade. It had a rangefinder, 45 f2.8 lens, selenium meter with auto exposure or aperture priority.

[@iuli3se]

I spy with my little eye a wedding ring 👀

[@fargoflagrant7796]

Next time someone pisses me off I'll just tell them "you've awakened the frog" and provide no context.

[@MarioCaballeromariuseques]

The opptima series has a protection for exposed film, you can open it mid roll and only lose one shot, it could be better not losing any, but at least is something

[@zacharykennedy4045]

I really think that's your best toilet shot yet. Keep up the good work

[@cosarara97]

I have a 535, so no rangefinder, but apart from the shutter sounding like absolute shit, these cameras are amazing. Great pictures, very simple electronics, really nice to use.

[@RealSebus]

Yesterday I received Revue 400SE which is quite similar to this. I am testing it right now and can’t wait for the results. It also can be found under Vivtar 35ES or other brands. It goes down to 1.7 and has 40mm lens. It is quite small but like in contax t2 you can't use f1.7 in manual mode only Auto mode.

[@neotil]

The 400SE is so, so much better than this Agfa. I have the Minolta Hi-Matic 7sii (which is just a more expensive 400SE) and it's a joy to use!

[@RealSebus]

@@neotil I'm still waiting to see the results. Unfortunately, the unit that I received is faulty. Hopefully, the seller will fix it for me. I was considering also Rollei 35 SE but it is a guess-finder camera and my focusing game is not that strong.

[@resurrectionist1]

"While we didn't see any demons...besides our own..." This one got me

[@margaretphotography]

You are so fucking funny dude. I look forward to your uploads in a way I haven't since KZbin in the late '00s. Thank you for sharing.

[@klauspetermann2373]

Agfa munich, iconic design by Schlagheck - Schultes munich, the lens could be from Enna munich. It was a cheap camera at its time....aaaah "sensor soft touch" ....red button, also in the agfa icon. Agfa - Gevaert was a german - belgian camera and film maker. The cameras all come from munich...

[@aidanzuk1]

i got the 1535 for a hundred euros on ebay a couple of years ago! i loved it to bits (especially the industrial design). But it was stolen from me on the beach in Barcelona last year so watching this video is super painfull.

[@spicyxtofu7088]

Bought one of these 2 years ago and indeed wanted to go full kyle on my drywall when the batteries died on it mid roll and has sat on my shelf ever since lmao

[@DuckGoesQuack]

My face lit up with this, as I have a 1035 and I love it

[@ShakenFoe]

always a good day when you upload

[@piotr.synowiec]

I bought 1035 and 1535 a month ago, and after this video, I feel that this might be the only time in my life when I purchase something that might increase in value. It didn't happen for me with Bitcoin, but at least I have Agfa Optima 😂

[@antlerbraum2881]

One more flaming hot dew and I will have a beautiful day

[@I.o.a.n.n.i.s]

Quite surprised that there is not an Olympus xa vid in this channel.

[@mvvagner]

bro be all like rockin' the hell out of them overalls. and shit

[@caleidoo]

12:48 Why? Because your film is automatically shielded from light when you open your camera, that's why. So this poor camera now looks bad because your mistake. It's one of my favourite compacts. Incredible functionalist industrial Bauhaus design and great feel. Contrary to your conclusions, it's a sharp lens. Those blurry photos look.... blurry. And not because wide open. The meter goes down to 15 seconds. It was clearly dark. Nobody can handhold a shutter of half a second and hit it everytime. Use a tripod next time. The only few negatives about it, to me are: the flimsy focus feeling. It feels like plastic over plastic. Not oiled up metal gears. Lacks some precision. And it would be close to perfection if the lens was a 35mm F1.8 instead of a 40 f2.8. Oh well, there is always the Yashica Electro 35 CC - but with max shutter of 1/250s or so. It looks like a mini Plaubel Makina 67, almost designed by the same person. They just came from the exact same era of German functionalist design. This camera really shines as street camera, but mated with his equally adorable Optima Lux Computer semi auto flash, it's great for party shots indoor. The flash even works on a Leica.

[@patrickjclarke]

Add a variable ND to the Electro 35 CC and it’s a great little camera. I have a CCN and take it everywhere.

[@caleidoo]

@@patrickjclarke I happen to have a 3 5CC in the mail, coming in. Not a big fan of a limited shutter speed or playing with ND's, but it was an okay price. And I already have a mint non-cc 35 GSN, which is nice but a bit too bulky for my taste and usage. A Konica Auto S3 looks nice too, but prices are bit ridiculous.

[@karolaneuer5506]

This camera is not for use with mercury cells. According to the handbook it is intended to be used with either silver oxide oder alkali cells like the V625U, the PX625 or the EPX625.

[@husshardan3511]

That sneezing sound it makes when you take a pic is not from the shutter, but the film counter advancing. Look at the film counter when you wind on - it doesn't move! But when you take a pic it makes that sound and advances the exposure count. Kinda bizarre design choice. p.s. thank you for showing how to adjust the RF - mine was off and I didn't want to pay someone $300 to fix it...

[@uri674]

I've been waiting for "poopoo peepee daiper babies" to catch on for years now.

[@GertJanGroeninckx]

mommy, there is a farmer on a couch talking about cameras

[@JeffWernerIthacaNY]

I love little goofy rangefinders! Neat! I had a Minolta late-1970s plastic camera that made that same shutter sound. Don't remember the name of it, it looked like a dusty star wars droid. Then I found out people were paying hundreds of dollars for the dumb things so I sold it! :P

[@thumperjdm]

Jason releases a new video: 1) Grab a relaxing cup of coffee 2) Hit "Play."

[@Nacnud92]

Hey, getting stepped on by a dominatrix in heels is *not* to be joked about.

[@KevinChaires]

13:25 Loved this shot! So... New York video coming soon? 👀

[@robine5280]

You can get replacement alkaline 625 batteries which do have a slightly higher voltage than a mercury cell but at least the same dimensions. By jamming an extra (fourth) battery in the compartment you give the camera an additional two volts. It's great if it exposes correctly but I would be a bit worried if it's being slowly toasted to death.

[@erkn99]

can you send a link to those batteries the one i know under 625 are propably to big for this camera

[@robine5280]

@@erkn99 I don't have this camera, I assumed that all 625 batteries are the same size. I used Varta V625U to replace the old PX625 mercury batteries in an Agfamatic pocket and they were identical (in size) to the old ones.

[@erkn99]

@@robine5280 since he used sr44/lr44 batteries as replacement i think the 625 ones are to big to fit but thats what she Said anyway

[@robine5280]

@@erkn99 I suggest that's what he had on hand because he stated that he put four sr44 instead of three px625 in.

[@y2ktube]

"slowly toasted to death" - Yes, Jason is definitely rolling the dice (using the WRONG batteries). 3 button cell 625A (still too much voltage) or 3 Silver Oxide formula 357 batteries using the MR9 adapters (perfect voltage).

[@newhillroad]

never seen jason so energetic as when acting out taking a photograph

[@crabflag]

The photo @11:41 is such a VIBE 📸✨

[@obrien8228]

I think there is another version of these where the ISO goes up to 1000 helps with the low light

[@ripemangosmdm7997]

Olympus 35rc!!!!!!!!!!! It's the jammer. Still cheap too, well if you find non succubus sellers.

[@y2ktube]

Now that's a GREAT CAMERA !

[@max-el1dn]

Whats the name of the lens hood?

[@mayfell6092]

You should take a look at the AGFA Ambi Silette. It’s a rf with a bayonet mount

[@MetallischerKopf]

Also fully mechanical and no light meter, really nice camera

[@JDAMgoBiem]

Wow, amazed you found one. I own the 535 one. Absolutely amazing camera. But the shutter sound, sounds like a pen breaking. Or maybe thats just me

[@DuckGoesQuack]

True! I have the 1035 and love everything about it except the shutter sound

[@FilmSteve]

"Squishy" is the word my wife used when she first heard the shutter of my 1035

[@FramesPerSecond]

The punch drywall design segment should be called Kylie's Corner...

[@taomeister]

Loved using it while I had one except the rewind mechanism gave me nightmares

[@ivan9066]

Finally an interesting camera !

[@JoshuaScoggin]

You should try a Rollei 35XF or an Olympus 35RC. They have better glass and the 35RC also has a fully manual mode

[@allhailthepan1912]

bro im from nebraska and its being in the middle of nowwhere is what makes it dope

[@DGJTvlogs]

But.... the frog details. Jason please

[@JoenelDragos]

So today I found this bad boy for 10€ (I’m half the video) I don’t know the value but boy I really enjoy your video and character. Very damn good, you really made me put some batteries in this and some thoughts in my head. Thanks

[@garrettmain3712]

Did I watch until the very end to see if there was any mention of the new version of aero chrome? Yea. Was I disappointed? Maybe.

[@hwntwww]

there is a matching flash

[@AlexzVaryag]

Minolta Himatic F is the superior version of this, and also relatively easy to find for a cheap price. I love it.

[@Frantixj]

Now the prices of 1535 will skyrocket, thanks kid

[@danieltntbomb]

Dude i have been looking for that camera for almost a year, good find🥹👍🏾

[@wv_]

Cue prices going to $400 on eBay, this is just an elaborate pump and dump… /s

[@NeonShores]

I was manufactured in 1979 too! Oh wait I'm old af. Also I might be synthetic.

[@kerc]

This reminded me of the Minolta Hi-Matic AF2 somehow. Have you tried those? You get autofocus, flash, manual ISO control, and a tack sharp lens. Oh, and it uses AA batteries.

[@ciprianoravet]

The reason that you indoors photos were underexposed and the camera decided to use larger apertures - thus blurry shaky photos - is that you stuck 4x LR44 batteries in there making the light meter freak out because of the higher voltage 😊... Also, the back door system is designed to only lose your last shot if you open it, making it able to be opened for battery changing. I recently purchased a non functional one for 60$ and had it repaired for another 20$, excellent little shooter, noticed it's very rare on the internet and if they pop, it's at 300-500$ and honestly it's not quite worth the amount, great for collectors maybe... I also think the Olympus XA, released the same year (1979) is a superior little camera and it shows that the Japanese were really into the technology race against and with the Germans at the time...

[@retroyota22]

Your 4Runner ❤!

[@dencorbie]

great photos as well as your car!

[@SteffenVadla]

Great shots!

[@tlm2096]

Just noticed you got the Ed Hopper book at the New York exhibit. Shit is fire asf

[@amosk24]

Couldn't squeeze a shot of Baxter in? You changed, bruh!

[@davidellinsworth3299]

Those dungarees! Dude!

[@burnout401]

maybe just the ultra compact cameras that have the battery in the film chamber problem. the Rollei 35 is the same

[@donnasaud5108]

Finally! Someone made a video about my mom’s vintage camera 😢 Can you please try next the Canon Elan? You know, the one that works with a barcode scanner?

[@sednoid]

If only this video came out a few months ago when I was selling my 1535...

[@enhimmelskdr0g]

10/10 toasters. Would watch again